Tripp County Health Data

Tripp County, South Dakota

Health Score

34/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.5 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.2%

State avg 11.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

90

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

427

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Tripp County, South Dakota

Tripp's health outcomes lag U.S. averages

At 74.5 years, Tripp County's life expectancy falls about 5 years short of the national average. One in five residents (19.0%) report poor or fair health, indicating widespread health challenges.

Below-average health within South Dakota

Tripp's life expectancy of 74.5 years is the second-lowest in this group and trails South Dakota's 75.4-year average. The county faces significant health headwinds compared to state peers.

Strong mental health, weak primary care access

Tripp County boasts 427 mental health providers per 100,000—far exceeding regional peers—yet has only 90 primary care physicians per 100K. This mismatch means residents may lack preventive care despite strong behavioral health resources.

Highest uninsured rate creates care barriers

At 16.2% uninsured, Tripp County has the highest uninsured rate in this group, nearly 5 percentage points above the state average. Combined with primary care provider gaps, this uninsured burden leaves residents vulnerable.

Insurance is the gateway to better health

With 1 in 6 Tripp County residents uninsured, coverage gaps are real and urgent. Head to Healthcare.gov to explore your options and start building access to preventive and primary care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Tripp County, SD?
Tripp County has a health score of 34/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #54 out of 66 counties in South Dakota (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Tripp County?
Life expectancy in Tripp County is 74.5 years. The South Dakota state average is 75.4 years, making Tripp County below the state average.
How does Tripp County health compare to the South Dakota average?
Tripp County's health score of 34/100 is below the South Dakota average of 60/100. Life expectancy is 74.5 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 16.2% vs. 11.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Tripp County?
Key health factors for Tripp County include: life expectancy (74.5 years), uninsured rate (16.2%), and primary care physician access (90:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 427:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Tripp County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 34/100 ("Below Average"), Tripp County faces health challenges compared to other counties in South Dakota. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.5 years. 16.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Tripp County?
Tripp County's health score of 34/100 is below the South Dakota average of 60/100. The uninsured rate of 16.2% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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Data Sources

Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.